{"id":155181,"date":"2026-01-29T17:45:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:45:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/155181\/"},"modified":"2026-01-29T17:45:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T17:45:09","slug":"a-different-kind-of-gold-rush-sacramento-sets-the-table-for-a-three-day-pbr-showdown-at-golden-1-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/155181\/","title":{"rendered":"A different kind of gold rush: Sacramento sets the table for a three-day PBR showdown at Golden 1 Center"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sacramento has long been known as California\u2019s beating heart of agriculture and food \u2014 a city built on fertile ground, river trade, and the belief that what you grow, raise, and earn must be worked for. From its roots in the original Gold Rush to its modern identity as the nation\u2019s Farm-to-Fork Capital, Sacramento is a place where patience, grit and payoff still matter. The surrounding Central Valley feeds millions, the city\u2019s restaurants celebrate the labor behind every plate, and the culture itself is grounded in the idea that nothing of value comes easy.<\/p>\n

This weekend, that same mindset takes center stage \u2014 only this time, the harvest isn\u2019t produce or gold. It\u2019s points, pride and survival in the toughest sport on Earth.<\/p>\n

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The PBR Unleash The Beast Series storms into Golden 1 Center for Stop No. 7 of the 2026 season, one of only four three-day events on the regular-season calendar. With an additional round and expanded scoring potential, this format can create real separation in the World Championship race.<\/p>\n

Sacramento knows something about earning what you get. This weekend, the PBR brings that truth crashing through the chutes.<\/p>\n

Event Information<\/p>\n

Ariat PBR Sacramento presented by Cooper Tires
Dates: Jan. 30\u2013Feb. 1
Venue: Golden 1 Center
Sacramento, California<\/p>\n

Performance Schedule (Pacific Time):
Friday, Jan. 30 \u2014 6:45 p.m. PT
Saturday, Jan. 31 \u2014 6:45 p.m. PT
Sunday, Feb. 1 \u2014 1:45 p.m. PT<\/p>\n

For tickets & event details click HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

How to Watch<\/p>\n

Fans unable to attend in person can watch live on Paramount+, the official streaming home of the PBR Unleash The Beast.<\/p>\n

Broadcast access, subscription details and local start times are available HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Three-Day Event Points Breakdown<\/p>\n

Event Aggregate Points \u2014 Three-Day Regular-Season Event
\u2022 1st \u2014 100 points
\u2022 2nd \u2014 63 points
\u2022 3rd \u2014 45 points
\u2022 4th \u2014 27 points
\u2022 5th \u2014 23 points
\u2022 6th \u2014 18 points
\u2022 7th \u2014 12 points
\u2022 8th \u2014 8 points
\u2022 9th \u2014 5 points
\u2022 10th \u2014 3 points
\u2022 11th \u2014 2 points<\/p>\n

Total possible aggregate points: 306<\/p>\n

Round Points \u2014 Regular-Season Events
\u2022 1st \u2014 20 points
\u2022 2nd \u2014 10 points
\u2022 3rd \u2014 9 points
\u2022 4th \u2014 8 points
\u2022 5th \u2014 7 points
\u2022 6th \u2014 6 points
\u2022 7th \u2014 5 points
\u2022 8th \u2014 4 points
\u2022 9th \u2014 3 points
\u2022 10th \u2014 2 points
\u2022 11th \u2014 1 point<\/p>\n

In addition to placement points, riders can earn bonus points based on ride score. A rider who wins a go-round with a 90-point ride can earn a maximum of 29 points in a single round.<\/p>\n

Monster Energy Team Challenge<\/p>\n

Friday night in Sacramento concludes with the Monster Energy Team Challenge, offering fans an early look at PBR Teams ahead of its fifth season coming this summer.<\/p>\n

The Monster Energy Team Challenge is a team-format exhibition in which all qualified rides still count toward the Unleash The Beast World Championship standings.<\/p>\n

Riders listed in bold below are in must-ride situations. If they fail to make the whistle Friday night, they will not advance to the individual competition on Saturday and Sunday (Rounds 2 and 3).<\/p>\n

If they ride, they remain eligible to continue the event and earn points the rest of the weekend.<\/p>\n

Game 1 \u2014 New York Mavericks at Nashville Stampede<\/p>\n

Nashville Stampede
\u2022 Alan de Souza
\u2022 Cleber Henrique Marques (Must-Ride)
\u2022 Kaiden Loud
\u2022 Mason Taylor (Must-Ride)<\/p>\n

New York Mavericks
\u2022 Hudson Bolton
\u2022 Julio Cesar Marques
\u2022 Leandro Zampollo
\u2022 Marco Rizzo<\/p>\n

Game 2 \u2014 Carolina Cowboys at Austin Gamblers<\/p>\n

Austin Gamblers
\u2022 Callum Miller
\u2022 Dalton Kasel
\u2022 Kaique Pacheco
\u2022 Sage Steele Kimzey<\/p>\n

Carolina Cowboys
\u2022 Clay Guiton
\u2022 Daylon Swearingen
\u2022 Grayson Cole
\u2022 Manoelito de Souza Junior<\/p>\n

Friday Night: Top Five Matchups & Go-Round No. 1 to Watch<\/p>\n

Bull riding isn\u2019t just about power \u2014 it\u2019s about timing, respect and risk. In Sacramento\u2019s first round, there are five matchups with intrigue, momentum and consequence \u2014 the very reasons fans buy tickets and tune in. There are no guarantees in this sport. Every encounter is a test, and no bull has ever read a r\u00e9sum\u00e9.<\/p>\n

Jos\u00e9 Vitor Leme vs. Dirty Honey
Even though he sits at an uncharacteristic World No. 37 \u2014 competing in Sacramento from his champion\u2019s provisional \u2014 anytime three-time World Champion Jos\u00e9 Vitor Leme is in the draw, expectations follow. Dirty Honey may not be the most talked-about bull on tour, but that matters little at this level. With each event, urgency mounts for Leme to regain his form.<\/p>\n

Brady Fielder vs. Takedown
Brady Fielder hasn\u2019t ridden up to his full potential as of late, but his talent is undeniable. Takedown is a powerful, honest bull who rewards sound fundamentals \u2014 Fielder\u2019s forte.<\/p>\n

Sage Steele Kimzey vs. Swirl Your Glass
Seven-time PRCA World Champion Sage Steele Kimzey didn\u2019t build his r\u00e9sum\u00e9 by avoiding rank bulls. Swirl Your Glass may not be a household name, but Kimzey\u2019s experience and adaptability make this matchup one to watch.<\/p>\n

Callum Miller vs. Blacktop Bandit
Callum Miller has been one of the most impressive riders on tour this season, continuing to compete at a high level despite riding with a broken jaw. Blacktop Bandit brings an athletic, unpredictable trip that tests timing and toughness.<\/p>\n

Dalton Kasel vs. Wild Mustard
Dalton Kasel sits atop the world standings for a reason. Wild Mustard is a handful \u2014 quick, strong and capable of changing directions \u2014 but bulls don\u2019t care about rankings.<\/p>\n

PBR World Standings Entering Sacramento<\/p>\n

For fans who want a snapshot of where the World Championship race stands heading into a pivotal three-day event, updated standings following Tampa are available below. With additional points on the line, positioning entering Sacramento matters more than ever.<\/p>\n

For updated PBR World Standings click HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Beyond the Dirt<\/p>\n

After 27 years in the PBR, the moments that matter most to me happen beyond the dirt \u2014 where community, accountability and showing up for one another define this sport. In an instant, an accident, illness or injury can change a life forever. But mobility loss should never mean life stops.<\/p>\n

That belief is why the Midwest Outdoors Adaptability Foundation exists. We provide Action Trackchairs to mobility-challenged civilians who cannot afford them, restoring access to the outdoors and the independence that comes with it. Serving individuals in Oklahoma and Arkansas, our mission is simple: no one should be left watching life through a window when freedom is still possible.<\/p>\n

Learn more or get involved at www.moafoundation.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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